2006 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Land Rover Range Rover. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2000 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M3 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |